Celebrate Europe Day exploring humour from different European countries!  A selection of comedy short films from Germany, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Romania, Spain and France.  Event in partnership with German Consulate General in Edinburgh and the Goethe Institut, Consulate General of Ireland in Edinburgh,  Consulate General of Italy in Edinburgh and Italian Institute of Culture, Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Edinburgh, Consulate General of Romania in Edinburgh and Romanian Cultural Institute, Consulate […]

A major conference with international speakers. Nathalie Tocci, Director of the Istituto Affari Internazionali; Phillips O’Brien, Professor of Strategic Studies, St. Andrews University; David Henig, Director of the UK Trade Policy Project, European Centre for International Political Economy; Dr Bernhard Blumenau, Senior Lecturer in International History and Politics, St. Andrew University.  This conference is sponsored by the European […]

You are very welcome to visit this thought provoking exhibition of Contemporary Ukrainian Art. Featuring several Ukrainian artists, this exhibition has been curated by the visual artist Alina Litvinova. Including paintings and photography, you will have the chance to see a variety of works and there is the opportunity to support the artists and purchase […]

What happens in the Arctic region has now become a focus of major international interest. It has become the subject of security and geopolitical interest for a wide range of states including the US, China, and Russia, along with the European Union, and of course the UK. Featuring leading international speakers including Professor Kristen Harkness, School of International Relations, University of St […]

Come and celebrate Polish Heritage Day – a fun day for families and friends to get together, chat in Polish, enjoy Polish food, play games, sing and dance.  This outdoor event is open to all, whether you are Polish or not. All welcome.  Key Info:  Saturday 9 May, 2-5pm; outdoors at Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow, near the Sikorski Polish Club at Parkgrove Terrace […]

Join European Language Day at the Alliance Française & Goethe-Institut Glasgow. The programme will include a language speak-dating session, where you can explore: Polish, Italian, Spanish, Scots, Scottish Gaelic, German, French and a European quiz with prizes to win, so don’t miss out!  This is a FREE family friendly event, suitable for all levels.  To book a ticket please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/european-language-day-tickets-1987399241631

Directed by Alejandro Amenábar, The Captive is an historical drama that explores the life of Miguel de Cervantes, the author of Don Quixote. The film focuses on Cervantes’ five-year captivity in Algiers, starting in 1575, after being wounded in battle. It depicts his various attempts to escape, and his relationship with the Governor of Algiers. […]

This event will look at the European Convention on Human Rights: its origins, its real effects and impacts on European citizens, and its future; along with migration issues and policy, for both the UK and Europe.  Speakers: Sir Tim Eicke KC,(formerly UK judge at European Court of Human Rights), Sunder Katwala (Director, British Future) , Joanna Cherry KC, (former SNP MP). Chair: Sir Ian Forrester KC, (last UK judge on European Court of Justice General […]

Come to our Europe Day Quiz, celebrating the strong bonds between Scotland and Europe; rounds include questions on languages, geography, history and in keeping with the venue, even beer themed questions!Venue Website: https://www.beerwithoutborders.co.uk/riverside-tap/     

Miguel, a landscape architect, travels to Belgium with his girlfriend Marta to attend a conference. There, their relationship comes to an abrupt end and, after the breakup, he decides to stay on his own for a few more days to figure out his future. Lost and heartbroken, he meets Olga, a conference volunteer with whom he begins […]